Snubbull (#0209) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP60120–167230–324

Atk8076–145148–284

Def5049–11294–218

SpA4040–10176–196

SpD4040–10176–196

Spe3031–9058–174

Total300Higher than 14% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 Atk.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 30). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+90Max82No SP50Min45Scarf135Tailwind180

At max Speed, Snubbull outspeeds 5 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 2.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Poison2×Steel2×

Resists

Bug½×Dark½×Fighting½×

Immune to

Dragon0×

Takes normal damage from 12 types

NormalFlyingGroundRockGhostFireWaterGrassElectricPsychicIceFairy

Abilities

Intimidate
Lowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle.
Run Away
Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.
RattledHidden ability
Raises Speed one stage upon being hit by a Dark, Ghost, or Bug move.

Competitive

SV SinglesLC

2.67% of teams · rank #32 · Singles, first stages at Lv 5 · 1630+ rating · 7,479 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Eviolite
Ability: Intimidate
Nature: Adamant
EVs: 36 HP / 116 Atk / 196 Def / 116 SpD / 36 Spe
Tera Type: Steel

Play Rough
Thunder Wave
Psychic Fangs
Earthquake

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

All players1.91%
Rated 1500+2.06%
Rated 1630+2.67%
Rated 1760+6.03%

Usage by month

Oct 20252.67%

Moves

Play Rough100%
Thunder Wave97.6%
Psychic Fangs82.8%
Earthquake76%
Thief33.3%
Encore3.1%
Fire Punch2.5%
Ice Punch1.9%
Bulk Up1.2%
Roar0.7%

Items

Eviolite98%
Eject Button1.3%
Life Orb0.6%
Choice Band0%
Razor Claw0%
Covert Cloak0%

Abilities

100%

EV spreads

Adamant 36 HP / 116 Atk / 196 Def / 116 SpD / 36 Spe82.4%
Adamant 116 HP / 36 Atk / 196 Def / 116 SpD / 36 Spe6.5%
Adamant 196 HP / 116 Atk / 196 Def2.5%
Adamant 196 HP / 196 Def / 116 SpD2.4%
Adamant 36 HP / 196 Atk / 36 SpD / 196 Spe1.4%

Tera types

Steel85.9%
Fairy10.6%
Ground1.7%
Poison1.5%

Common teammates

Mudbray53.8%
Minccino52.6%
Venonat50.3%
Psyduck48.9%
Elekid48.1%
Sandshrew-Alola24%
Glimmet17.9%
Gothita16.4%

Checks & counters

Sandshrew-Alola51.8%
Mienfoo23.7%

Evolution

#0209SnubbullFairy
1. Level 23#0210GranbullFairy

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 16

1CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20

1Fire FangHas a 10% chance to burn the target and a chance to make the target flinch.FirePhys6595%15

1GrowlLowers the target’s Attack by one stage.NormalStatus—100%40

1Ice FangHas a 10% chance to freeze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.IcePhys6595%15

1Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10

1TackleInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35

1Tail WhipLowers the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus—100%30

1Thunder FangHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.ElectricPhys6595%15

7BiteHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.DarkPhys60100%25

13LickHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.GhostPhys30100%30

19HeadbuttHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.NormalPhys70100%15

25RoarImmediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.NormalStatus——20

31Last ResortCan only be used after all of the user’s other moves have been used.NormalPhys140100%5

37Play RoughHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyPhys9090%10

43PaybackPower is doubled if the target has already moved this turn.DarkPhys50100%10

49CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15

TM / HM / TR 64

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM02CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20

TM03Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20

TM05Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10

TM06Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM08Fire FangHas a 10% chance to burn the target and a chance to make the target flinch.FirePhys6595%15

TM09Thunder FangHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.ElectricPhys6595%15

TM10Ice FangHas a 10% chance to freeze the target and a chance to make the target flinch.IcePhys6595%15

TM11Water PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20

TM12Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM28BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20

TM30SnarlHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.DarkSpec5595%15

TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5

TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM63Psychic FangsDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.PsychicPhys85100%10

TM64Bulk UpRaises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.FightingStatus——20

TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15

TM67Fire PunchHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys75100%15

TM68Thunder PunchHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricPhys75100%15

TM69Ice PunchHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IcePhys75100%15

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM79Dazzling GleamInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FairySpec80100%10

TM80MetronomeRandomly selects and uses any move in the game.NormalStatus——10

TM82Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20

TM84Stomping TantrumHas double power if the user’s last move failed.GroundPhys75100%10

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TM108CrunchHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.DarkPhys80100%15

TM114Shadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15

TM117Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10

TM122EncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5

TM125FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15

TM126ThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15

TM127Play RoughHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyPhys9090%10

TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM134ReversalInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.FightingPhys—100%15

TM141Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5

TM147Wild ChargeUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.ElectricPhys90100%15

TM148Sludge BombHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10

TM149EarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10

TM157OverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5

TM166ThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10

TM167Close CombatLowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FightingPhys120100%5

TM168Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM172RoarImmediately ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.NormalStatus——20

TM177SpiteLowers the PP of the target’s last used move by 4.GhostStatus—100%10

TM183Super FangInflicts damage equal to half the target’s HP.NormalPhys—90%10

TM191UproarForced to use this move for several turns. Pokémon cannot fall asleep in that time.NormalSpec90100%10

TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20

TM199Lash OutPower doubles if the user had a stat stage lowered this turn.DarkPhys75100%5

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM205EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5

TM207Temper FlareSpurred by desperation, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.FirePhys75100%10

TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Egg moves 5

EggCounterInflicts twice the damage the user received from the last physical hit it took.FightingPhys—100%20

EggMimicCopies the target’s last used move.NormalStatus——10

EggPresentRandomly inflicts damage with power from 40 to 120 or heals the target for 1/4 its max HP.NormalPhys—90%15

EggRetaliateHas double power if a friendly Pokémon fainted last turn.NormalPhys70100%5

EggSnoreHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalSpec50100%15

Pokédex entries

Category: Fairy Pokémon
Debut: Johto · Gold & Silver
Color: Pink
Shape
Habitat: Urban
Pal Park area: Field

Original Johto#123Updated Johto#125Coastal Kalos#071Original Alola#258Original Poni#073Updated Alola#339Updated Poni#086Blueberry#151

In contrast to its appearance, it’s quite timid. When playing with other puppy Pokémon, it sometimes gets bullied.
Ultra Moon
It grows close to others easily and is also easily spoiled. The disparity between its face and its actions makes many young people wild about it.
Ultra Sun
Its growls make its opponents uneasy. This laid-back Pokémon tends to sleep half the day.
Moon
Despite its intimidating face, it’s quite cowardly. Its desperate attempts to appear threatening make it popular with people.
Sun
Small Pokémon flee from its scary face. It is, however, considered by women to be cute.
Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2 · Y
By baring its fangs and making a scary face, it sends smaller Pokémon scurrying in terror. The SNUBBULL does seem a little sad at making its foes flee.
Emerald
By baring its fangs and making a scary face, SNUBBULL sends smaller Pokémon scurrying away in terror. However, this Pokémon seems a little sad at making its foes flee.
Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire
In truth, it is a cowardly Pokémon. It growls eagerly in order to hide its fear from its opponent.
Crystal
It has an active, playful nature. Many women like to frolic with it because of its affectionate ways.
Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver · X
Although it looks frightening, it is actually kind and affectionate. It is very popular among women.
Gold · LeafGreen · HeartGold